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WCC DOES MISSION is a church-wide initiative where every member has the opportunity to serve, love, and give in practical and meaningful ways. In a world that seems tumultuous and unsettled, we desire to create a movement that takes us outside of the church walls and allows us to “love our neighbors” in tangible ways. WCC Does Mission is a 6-week season to engage every member and friend of WCC in serving through service projects and donation drives, and learning about the issues in our wider community through a Wednesday night speaker series.
Click here to download a WCC Does Mission brochure.
WCC Does Mission offers a wide variety of serving opportunities for everyone to get involved! Click the links below to sign up to volunteer.
Cranberry Ridge Cleaning Supply Drive (October 1 through October 26): Join us in providing cleaning supplies to the residents of Cranberry Ridge in Plymouth, a WCC mission partner. Since 2022, we have participated in community meals and events with the Cranberry Ridge families, along with IOCP. From October 1 – 26, we will be collecting cleaning supplies including:
• Dish washing liquid and pods • Laundry detergent liquid and pods. • Paper towels • Toilet tissue • Disinfectant wipes. • All-purpose cleaner • Disinfectant sprays • Mopping solution
• Shower/tub cleaner. Please drop items off at the front reception desk at WCC by October 26th.
IOCP Winter Clothing Drive (October 1-November 15): In chilly weather, warm clothes can make all the difference. Help us spread warmth by donating new or gently used winter clothes to our donation drive supporting Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners. IOCP especially has needs for adult winter coats (size XL), children’s snowpants, and boots. Let’s keep our neighbors cozy this season! Please drop donations off at the front reception desk at WCC by November 15th. We also need 6 volunteers to sort and deliver coats to IOCP. Sign up here.
Ava’s Dance Event Set-Up at GiGi’s Playhouse (Friday, October 3 at GiGi’s Playhouse): Get ready to make a difference and have some fun! Ava’s Dance, the annual celebration supporting GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Center, is just around the corner — and they need enthusiastic volunteers like you to help set the stage. Come be part of something meaningful as we decorate, set up, and show our support for this incredible cause! We need 10-15 volunteers needed to decorate and set up annual fundraising event, led by Nate Grinager. Sign up here.
Bridge for Youth Hygiene Kit Packing at WCC (Sunday, October 5 after 9 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. worship services): Bridge for Youth’s Mobile Outreach Center connects with hundreds of homeless youth every month, meeting them right where they are with essential support. Join us at church for a special event as we pack hygiene kits that will go directly into the hands of youth in need across the Twin Cities — a small act with a big impact! This project is geared toward families with kids after the 9:00 a.m. service; and our Parables community after the 10:15 a.m. service. We’ll pack a total of 200 hygiene kits for Bridge for Youth, led by Rev. Danielle Jones and Diane Kokal.
• Session #1: 10-11 a.m. Sign up here.
• Session #2: 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. for Parables and Friends. Sign up here.
Feed My Starving Children (Saturday, October 11, 5:00-6:30 p.m. in Chanhassen): Come pack meals for hungry people around the world. FMSC sends food around the world to people experiencing hunger and food insecurity. We’ll pack as many meals as possible at the Chanhassen location, led by Rev. Danielle Jones. We need 75 hands-on volunteers for this mission. Sign up here.
Don’t Shoot Guns, Shoot Hoops Fundraising Gala (Saturday, October 25)
Planning is well underway for our Turning Hope Into Action Fundraising Gala, and we’re currently seeking passionate, reliable volunteers to help make this special event a success! There are a variety of roles available before and during the event, available throughout the day and evening, including:
• Event setup and teardown •. Guest check-in and registration •. Ushers and greeters • Silent auction assistance, and more! The event is Saturday, October 25 at the Mosaic Venue, 817 5t5h Avenue S., Suite 300, Minneapolis 55404. Sign up here.
Serving Meals with Gospel Mission Men’s Campus in St. Paul (Monday, October 27, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.): Serve a warm midday meal and share hope with our neighbors in need. Sign up here.
Every Meal Packing Event (Saturday, November 1, 10 a.m.-12 noon): Every Meal is making a big impact by providing nutritious, delicious food to kids across the state — come be part of the mission! Join us for a high-energy meal-packing event in partnership with WCC at Every Meal’s Roseville warehouse. We’ll roll up our sleeves, have some fun, and make a real difference together! We need 50 volunteers for this event, led by Rev. Dustin Moretz and Katie Semersky. Sign up here.
Sort & Serve at IOCP (Tuesday, November 4, 2:00-4:00 p.m.): Join us in supporting Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners (IOCP) by volunteering to sort clothing donations for resale. Funds from the resale store support housing, food, and employment assistance for our neighbors. Your time can help turn generous donations into hope and opportunity for local families in need! Led by Christen Christopherson and Rev. Dustin Moretz.s. Sign up here.
The Sandwich Project at WCC (Wednesday, November 12 in Founders Hall at WCC): Join us from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Founders Hall as together we make hundreds of sandwiches for those experiencing food insecurity here in Minnesota. Whether you’re 5 or 95, this is a simple and impactful way to serve others and enjoy great conversation and connection along the way! All supplies will be provided. We need 50+ volunteers for this mission, led by Christen Christopherson and Ty Purdy. Sign up here.
Serving Meals with Gospel Mission Men’s Campus in St. Paul (Friday, November 14, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.): Serve a warm midday meal and share hope with our neighbors in need. Sign up here.